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JLPT N1 Very formal / literary

Noun ni iwasereba

Expresses 'according to', 'if you ask', 'in the opinion of'.

Formal, literary "according to/if you ask..." - introduces a strong personal opinion.

Formation

Explanation

The に言わせれば grammar point is used when we want to express someone's opinion or viewpoint. It can be translated as 'according to', 'if you ask', or 'in the opinion of'. This form is mostly used in formal or written language.

Example sentences

  • According to the teacher, it's important to study every day.

    Sensei ni iwasereba, mainichi benkyou suru koto ga juuyou da to iu.

  • If you ask him, he thinks it's better to get married early.

    Kare ni iwasereba, hayaku kekkon suru hou ga ii to omotte iru.

  • According to the critic, this movie is the best of the year.

    Hyouronka ni iwasereba, kono eiga wa kotoshi no saikou no eiga da sou da.

  • In my father's opinion, the experience of working overseas is very valuable.

    Chichi ni iwasereba, kaigai de hataraku keiken wa totemo kachi ga aru.

According To (As Instructed)